The Center for Advanced Research in Global Communication (CARGC) at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a CARGC Postdoctoral Fellowship. This is a one-year position renewable for a second year based on successful performance.

Fellowship Details

CARGC postdoctoral fellows work on their own research while also participating in and leading ongoing research projects within CARGC. During the fellowship, they present their work as part of a postdoctoral colloquium and work closely with the senior research manager on a plan for publishing their research. There are limited opportunities for teaching that are decided in consultation with associate dean for undergraduate studies.

Fellows will receive a minimum stipend of $65,000, commensurate with previous postdoctoral experience. CARGC will also provide a research fund of $3,000, individual health insurance and dependent coverage, a workspace, a computer in CARGC’s office, and library access. In addition, CARGC will cover $1,000 in domestic relocation expenses and $2,000 if moving internationally. Please note that all postdoctoral fellows must submit documentation to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Non-U.S. citizens selected for this position will be required to apply for an appropriate U.S. visa.

This is a residential fellowship.

Eligibility

We welcome applications from early career scholars with a PhD awarded by an institution other than the University of Pennsylvania. The chosen applicant must have successfully defended their dissertation by the fellowship start date. The appointment typically begins on August 15.

Submitting Your Application

A complete application consists of:

Cover Letter – Explain how your research aligns with CARGC’s mission and contributes to the field of global media and communication studies.

Research Statement – Explain your core research interests and how you plan to build on your dissertation research.

CV (not to exceed three pages) – List degrees, peer-reviewed publications, academic non-peer-reviewed publications, public scholarship, invited talks, conference papers, other relevant qualifications, and specific research and language skills.

References – Please provide names and contact information for three references (including that of your dissertation supervisor).

One peer-reviewed publication – Please include a published peer-reviewed journal article or a chapter published in an anthology/edited collection.

Timeline

All materials must be sent as a single PDF document to cargc@asc.upenn.edu by December 1, 2023. Because of the volume of applications, we are unable to read drafts of submissions. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. We expect to contact finalists for Zoom interviews by the end of January and make final decisions shortly thereafter.

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